Topic Editors

Department of Business Administration, Kyonggi University, Suwon, Republic of Korea
Dr. Wonsik Jung
Liberal Arts Guide Center, Pukyong National University, Busan, Republic of Korea

The Use of AI, Identity Crisis, Quality of Life, and Behavioral Changes: An Interdisciplinary Approach

Abstract submission deadline
1 July 2027
Manuscript submission deadline
31 December 2027
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Topic Information

Dear Colleagues,

1. Background and Purpose

AI currently plays a positive role in improving quality of life for humans in various areas, such as daily life, labor, medical care, and education. At the same time, it causes human identity confusion and alienation and brings important ethical issues to the forefront. This topic aims to highlight the impact of AI on human identity, changes in quality of life, and social and ethical issues. It invites research that provides an in-depth understanding of human identity chaos, changes in quality of life, and corresponding behavioral changes brought about by AI through an interdisciplinary approach.

2. Potential Subjects

(1) Changes in Artificial Intelligence and Human Identity
- Human self-awareness and identity confusion due to AI development;
- Impact of AI on autonomy, self-confidence, independent creativity, and behavioral modification.

(2) AI and Quality of Life
- Enhancement in life satisfaction and quality of life for vulnerable groups, such as the elderly and disabled people;
- Importance of digital assistance and social support.

(3) Ethical, Social, and Sustainability Issues
- Trust in AI, privacy, and autonomy violations;
- Behavioral modifications to enhance social value and sustainable behavior.

Dr. Sung Joon Yoon
Dr. Wonsik Jung
Topic Editors

Keywords

  • AI
  • human identity
  • behavioral changes
  • human values
  • ethics
  • life satisfaction
  • sustainability
  • quality of life

Participating Journals

Journal Name Impact Factor CiteScore Launched Year First Decision (median) APC
European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
ejihpe
2.6 5.1 2011 29.7 Days CHF 1600 Submit
Social Sciences
socsci
1.7 3.1 2012 34.5 Days CHF 1800 Submit
Sustainability
sustainability
3.3 7.7 2009 19.3 Days CHF 2400 Submit
Systems
systems
3.1 4.1 2013 18.8 Days CHF 2400 Submit

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Recoding Reality: A Case Study of YouTube Reactions to Generative AI Videos
by Levent Çalli and Büşra Alma Çalli
Systems 2025, 13(10), 925; https://doi.org/10.3390/systems13100925 - 21 Oct 2025
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The mainstream launch of generative AI video platforms represents a major change to the socio-technical system of digital media, raising critical questions about public perception and societal impact. While research has explored isolated technical or ethical facets, a holistic understanding of the user [...] Read more.
The mainstream launch of generative AI video platforms represents a major change to the socio-technical system of digital media, raising critical questions about public perception and societal impact. While research has explored isolated technical or ethical facets, a holistic understanding of the user experience of AI-generated videos—as an interrelated set of perceptions, emotions, and behaviors—remains underdeveloped. This study addresses this gap by conceptualizing public discourse as a complex system of interconnected themes. We apply a mixed-methods approach that combines quantitative LDA topic modeling with qualitative interpretation to analyze 11,418 YouTube comments reacting to AI-generated videos. The study’s primary contribution is the development of a novel, three-tiered framework that models user experience. This framework organizes 15 empirically derived topics into three interdependent layers: (1) Socio-Technical Systems and Platforms (the enabling infrastructure), (2) AI-Generated Content and Esthetics (the direct user-artifact interaction), and (3) Societal and Ethical Implications (the emergent macro-level consequences). Interpreting this systemic structure through the lens of the ABC model of attitudes, our analysis reveals the distinct Affective (e.g., the “uncanny valley”), Behavioral (e.g., memetic participation), and Cognitive (e.g., epistemic anxiety) dimensions that constitute the major elements of user experience. This empirically grounded model provides a holistic map of public discourse, offering actionable insights for managing the complex interplay between technological innovation and societal adaptation within this evolving digital system. Full article
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